It is time for another school year to begin, and we are here to offer the tools to help your student thrive. Join John Fuller, Danny Huerta and featured guests ...
What is the best educational option for your child? Every kid is different, and what works for one kid might not work for another. As we finish out season 2 of Thriving Student, John and Danny share how they handled school choice options in each of their parenting journeys. Then, you'll also hear Jim Daly and Cynthia Tobias talk about how to discern what is the right school for your son or daughter. Download Our Free PDF's for Back-To-School Cynthia Tobias’ - Learning Styles Profiles School Choice for Parents What is Homeschooling and is it Right for Me? Contact our Counseling Department
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Season 2, Episode 5: Kids and Tech Use
Over the past decade, our world has seen a dramatic increase in how much people use technology. For many kids today, it's even an addiction. Danny Huerta speaks with cybersecurity expert, Rhett Saunders, on how to talk with your kids about their tech use. Rhett will also have some online safety tips. Danny then sits down with some experts to discuss using technology productively, and what to do if your kid is on a screen too much. Finally, John Fuller and Danny Huerta will encourage you to inspire your children to have a love for learning, not just entertainment. Download Our Free PDF's for Back-To-School Find Rhett's List of Technology Resources Contact our Counseling Department A Parent's Guide to Technology Rezilient Kidz
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Season 2, Episode 4: Free-Time & Social Settings
The ways your kids use their free-time has a tremendous impact on what kind of students they'll be. John Fuller asks Danny Huerta about how he's encouraged his kids to use their free-time wisely. Then, Danny will chat with Adam Holz, from PluggedIn, about ways he's tried inspiring his kids in their spare time, and social lives. And, if you're discouraged by the bad influence your child's friends are having on them, Danny and John will give you some hope. Download Our Free PDF's for Back-To-School Contact our Counseling Department PluggedIn Meaningful Time: Do What They Want to Do Back to School: Why Friendship is Important for Children
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Season 2, Episode 3: Gender Identity Issues Today
Many schools are tragically telling kids that their gender is something they feel, rather than what they're born with. What can you do if and when your child encounters these ideologies? You'll hear part of a powerful conversation Focus President Jim Daly had with Chloe Cole, who shares about the damage she experienced after trying to become a boy. Also, Danny Huerta and Jeff Johnston talk about the devastating impact that promoting things like transgenderism in schools is having on kids today. Finally, John Fuller and Danny Huerta will give hope to parents whose children are struggling to embrace their God-given identity. Download Our Free PDF's for Back-To-School Hear Chloe Cole's Story Contact our Counseling Department Launch into the Teen Years Resources: Sex Education
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Season 2, Episode 2: Sex Education & Good School Counseling
You learn that your child's school is teaching sex ed in a way you strongly disagree with. How do you respond well? John Fuller and Danny Huerta will provide hope to parents about how to navigate sex ed with your kids today. Danny also sits down with public policy analyst Jeff Johnston to discuss how schools are handling sexual education now. He'll also join Counselor Geremy Keeton to share about teaching your kids a biblical view of sexuality. Finally, Danny will talk with Counselor Linda Miller to address the need for good counseling. Download Our Free PDF's for Back-To-School Contact our Counseling Department Having The Talk with Your Kids Launch into the Teen Years Resources: Sex Education
It is time for another school year to begin, and we are here to offer the tools to help your student thrive. Join John Fuller, Danny Huerta and featured guests as they help you discover what your child needs for school success.